zerkratzt
Translation
scratched
Examples
Die alte CD ist leider völlig zerkratzt.
Unfortunately, the old CD is completely scratched.
Er hat einen zerkratzten Holztisch geerbt.
He inherited a scratched wooden table.
Grammar Patterns
((as a predicative adjective)) used with 'sein' (to be). Die CD ist zerkratzt.
((as an attributive adjective)) used before a noun. ein zerkratzter Tisch
Similar Words
Synonyms: beschädigt (damaged), abgenutzt (worn out); Antonyms: makellos (flawless), unversehrt (unscathed).
Etymology
From the prefix 'zer-' (indicating destruction or breaking apart) and 'kratzen' (to scratch). It implies something is thoroughly scratched.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'zer-' often implies destruction. Imagine a cat scratching a sofa so much that it's ruined ('zerkratzt').